Wednesday, July 20, 2011

"Person of Interest" Questioned

Authorities are questioning several people about the Monday night shooting of two Chicago police officers in the West Garfield Park neighborhood, authorities said.

At least one of them being questioned is a "person of interest," authorities said, but no charges have been filed.

In the meantime, the Westside Reverends Association released the following statement after this latest attempted murder of police officers:

And "pfather" Phleger held a press conference and related this statement about the recent spate of attacks on police officers on the south side:

And "reverend" Meeks couldn't wait to express his thoughts:

Seven, count them, seven shootings in under three days involving the police. And the howls of outrage? The protests in the streets? The expressions of support from Rahm, the "revs," or the media asking what the fuck is going on in certain communities?

Deafening silence.

But hey, that pension legislation is coming up soon. We're sure they'll have lots to say then.

yep.... yet the police kill an armed offender who shot two kids on 91 and ashland and the rev's and community activists dont look at that part of it they focus on how the police shot the offender who just shot two people... You wonder why I hate this city, its people and the county we live in... well hell, I hate this entire state north of I80... everything south is like a normal state... all of the politicians in springfield are chicago screwups anyway so you cant blame the southern half for that... We need someone else besides a chicago or cook county politician to be in charge of this state... bill brady should have won

Does anyone have an opinion on who makes the best vest cover? Im looking for best quality as opposed to price.

I just picked up one from VCG(Irving Park & Austin). Will work with you to set it up any way you want. I had mine made with mollie only on the bottom and pockets on top. It is not Dept Authorized in this set-up but it gets some of the gear off my waist.

''where s jessie '' too? let start taxing churches and give police officers tax exemptions. the church is now a sanctuary for criminals and illegals. the lib churches are also on the WRONG side of most arguments.

And why wasn't the Stupidintendent on the news stating: "THE CHICAGO POLICE ARE NOT TARGETS FOR THESE THUGS, I WILL NOT REST UNTIL THESE OFFENDERS ARE IN CUSTODY. WE WILL NOT LEAVE ANY STONE UNTURNED OR LOCATION NOT CHECKED. THE GLOVES ARE OFF, AND IF A DOOR GETS BOOTED IN SO BE IT! PEOPLE HERE KNOW WHO SHOT THE OFFICERS, SPIT THEM OUT OR FEEL OUR WRATH". Wouldn't this have been an appropriate news release. Screw these savages, F*** their civil rights, they shoild not apply while living on the governments dime anyway! When is this clown going to show his brass balls that was rumored about him before he slithered into our city. All we heard is how tough he was! Well maybe that was just while he was feeling the effects of his liquid libations...Thanks Rahmbo, for the new vertically challenged no balls boss!

Does anyone have an opinion on who makes the best vest cover? Im looking for best quality as opposed to price.*******************JG Uniforms by Irving Park and Austin.****************That piece of shit Phlager had the gall to show up at Thor's service at Brookfield Zoo. I was disgusted.**********************

Does anyone have an opinion on who makes the best vest cover? Im looking for best quality as opposed to price.

7/20/2011 02:29:00 AMWell, you could try Tactical Taylor, I believe they make a good one. Also, Diamondback Tactical makes one, but Im not sure if you have to buy one of their vests too. This is assuming you want Molle on it.

As for Pfleger (or the other fake revs), whenever they show up anywhere (service, memorial, etc.) quietly stand up, turn around (away from him) until he shuts up and sits down. Then turn back around, sit back down and give your attention to the next speaker. Its effective without disrupting the service. Maybe the media will begin to report this.

vest wise jg is very good. u pay the price but all the options u want included in price. something breaks down the line they will patch it for free(used to). I tried diff places but settled with them. unless get one of them molle vest covers and be done with it.

I've bought covers from the place up north, VCG i think, nasty nates, and AJ's on 111th. The best cover I got for an ok price was from the store on Roosevelt & Canal. I think its Chicago Uniform. Best vest cover i've ever had.

These Rev-runs will hold prayer circles like they did outside the mayor’s office and hold antiviolence marches but not protest to hire more police. Just hold down the whole district outside the mega church Sunday morning and bingo night.

The Rev-runs will picket saying they want jobs but there are 2,500 waiting to be filled yet Rahm lays off 625 union workers and opens a new Department of New Immigrants so that Chicago becomes the most “immigrant friendly city in America” so there is plenty of cheap labor for the connected companies who will take over.

What the Rev-runs want is to hold down the killings because it's bad for business. When the dope can be sold peacefully without conflict and the money rolls in they are happy.

What they will not do is when they have these marches in front of the TV cameras is chant HIRE MORE POLICE! That is bad for business too. They want the money that would be spent on the police spent on the programs that put money into their pockets.

NOW HERE IS AN IDEA: When one these marches is scheduled someone tips off FOP. FOP then gets a lot of picket signs and banners that say STOP THE VIOLENCE, HIRE MORE POLICE and gets some marchers to pass them out and start chanting. Get the signs in front of the TV cameras, in McGees faces and behind everyone speaking to the media. Talk to the reporters and tell them NO POLICE NO PEACE. Maybe one will show some guts and ask McGeneralissimo about lack of manpower.

They're all hiding with heir heads up their ass which helps them keep their race baiting mouths closed. They are helpless when their "constituents" behave like savages. They refuse to accept that civilization has failed to reach the occupants of their :fifedom". They have no excuses to offer because they are too well aware of the truth.

William Hanhardt, the crooked Chicago cop (Chief of Detectives)who helped run a nationwide ring of jewel thieves, has been released from prison into a Chicago-area halfway house, a spokesman for the Federal Bureau of Prisons said Tuesday.

Hanhardt, 82, was serving a 12-year term in the minimum-security section of the federal prison in Terre Haute, Ind.

Hanhardt masterminded a theft ring and led such men as “Skinny Joe” Basinski in stalking jewelry salesmen across the country and stealing more than $5 million in jewelry. In all, over 15 years, Hanhardt’s crew targeted more than 100 jewelry salesmen, prosecutors alleged in October 2001, when Hanhardt pleaded guilty in federal court to taking part in the theft ring.

Hanhardt is scheduled to be released from the halfway house on Jan. 13, 2012, prison officials said.

===============================I knew him many years ago, and I was very disapointed to find out about this side of him.

Do you have any "inside scoop" on the would-be iPod robber who got the shit kicked out of him (left on a stretcher and the CFD had to hose the blood out of the car) at the Roosevelt Station on the CTA's Green Line last night around 9ish? It's a story we can cheer at.

Does anyone have an opinion on who makes the best vest cover? Im looking for best quality as opposed to price.

7/20/2011 02:29:00 AM

All uniform stores are a rip off. They charge you outrageous prices because you got no choice. Take a sample vest cover (your old one) and take it to a local tailor shop. No one will ever know and I'm sure you can negotiate it for half the price that these "official" uniform stores will charge.

But if you do, the best place is on Irving and Austin. Whatever you do, DO NOT GO TO KALES!

This should explain the agenda of Chicago's 'revruns & fake father's.If you don't read this article, you'll never understand what is going on regarding race relations in Chicago & across the USA." American Thinker " website, article by Robin of Berkeley, titled " Black Privilege "

Hey just because some real news worthy events have hit the blog like coppers shot, don't let that captain in 023 get away with what he did. Remember file those grievances and let TJL know you won't stand for his bullshit anymore!

Does anyone have an opinion on who makes the best vest cover? Im looking for best quality as opposed to price.

7/20/2011 02:29:00 AM

I was very happy with several custom made over the years for me by JG Uniforms on Irving Park at Austin.

I was very unhapppy with Nate's Leathers, not that there was anything wrong with the vest cover itself but the way I was treated when there was a problem made me say never again.

No matter what color of fabric is I strongly suggest you give it a good coating of Scothchguard before ever wearing it. Let it air out a couple of days before using it and renew the coating after a couple of cleanings.

To the politicians and citizens of the ghetto we're simply cannon fodder. They're much more outraged when pookie gets shot then when an officer is shot at. Very sad but that's the reality of this fucked up city.

Anonymous said... just wondering. what ever happened to the word: suspect.

7/20/2011 02:15:00 AM

Politically and legally incorrect these days. To label a person as a "suspect" taints that person as guilty in the community. The "suspect" if not charged and convicted could come back and sue over being defamed. Even a totally innocent witness could be a "person of interest".

I know one of the officers involved. He told me the story painfully in great detail. The bravery these officers displayed after being shot (and one of them in the head!!!) is amazing. It is truly a miracle these officers made it out of that situation alive. Everyone PLEASE be safe out there. It's them before us. Do whatever it takes to make it home to our families. All my respect prayers go out to these officers.

"That piece of shit Phlager had the gall to show up at Thor's service at Brookfield Zoo. I was disgusted."

He was invited by Officer Soderburg's widow, Jen Loudin, who has set up the Thor Soderburg Fund which will sponsor kids including some from St Sabina's to go to summer camp. You may not agree with her, but as far as I am concerned a Gold Star wife can do anything she fucking wants.

Does anyone have an opinion on who makes the best vest cover? Im looking for best quality as opposed to price.

7/20/2011 02:29:00 AM

J&G on Irving pk road. I live in 22 and well worth the trip. Make sure you bring your body armor with you when you order and pick up. They make the cover custom to fit you and your vest. They might have to make small adjustments when pick up. That's why I recommend bringing your armor when u pick up. Put it in the carrier and try it on. They make any adjust quickly while you wait.

yep.... yet the police kill an armed offender who shot two kids on 91 and ashland and the rev's and community activists dont look at that part of it they focus on how the police shot the offender who just shot two people... You wonder why I hate this city, its people and the county we live in... well hell, I hate this entire state north of I80... everything south is like a normal state... all of the politicians in springfield are chicago screwups anyway so you cant blame the southern half for that... We need someone else besides a chicago or cook county politician to be in charge of this state... bill brady should have won

7/20/2011 12:45:00 AM

Actually you need to go further south than I-80 since the south suburbs have inherited alot of Chicago's mutts. Just write off all of Cook County.

"That piece of shit Phlager had the gall to show up at Thor's service at Brookfield Zoo. I was disgusted."

--7/20/2011 04:25:00 AM

Oh, man. Talk about way too little about ten thousand years too late -- from an ongoing, crazed hater, yet.

It's not like Pfleger changed or something.

...and Emanuel? Ha. He visibly approaches this city like he would an overheated, old-fashioned fuse box. It scares him to death. He doesn't know what all those wires and things are, but maybe if he just leaves it alone it'll hang in there.

Ignore the shouting, the glass breaking in the alley. Best to concentrate on the landscaping out front -- rock festivals, bike lanes, safe things like that.

If you get a chance SCC, try and find the e-mail that good old Downtown Ernie Brown sent out to the District Commanders about 2 days ago. The e-mail was in regards to these silly gang conflict boxes that have been set up through the comstat meetings.The grammar, spelling and thought that went into this e-mail was absolutly appalling. To think that this city will dish out a six figure salary to this buffoon and then bust the balls of the rank and file and tell us that we are over paid. This is one of the main reasons that this job has gone to shit and that morale is in the dumps.

Do not chase an armed offender anymore unless you have backup of a minimim of 4 Coppers with you. Your life is worth far too mucj to risk it anymore for the socialist-controlled CPD upper management regime & their string pulling Commiecrats at City Hall. (aka the Chicago Kremlin). Be alive and smart, just DON'T do it anymore. Remember your 2 % raise. THAT's what they REALLY think of you. Forget their RAH-RAH , Go get Em speeches and be smarter than they are, they're Conning you.

I cannot understand why at least Rahm won't speak up against these assaults to our Police Officers! I dont expect the storefront rats and pfleger and Jesse to speak out against them, but where is the mayor???? Or the Superintendent???25 on with less than 3 to go till I can flee this cesspool.Be SAFE everyone, and BACK EACH OTHER UP!!!

Does anyone have an opinion on who makes the best vest cover? Im looking for best quality as opposed to price.

7/20/2011 02:29:00 AM

I know a place where you shouldn't go. It is called JG Uniform and they are located at Irving Park and Austin. Their idea of customer service when you call them is an answering machine. It takes your call. Then he gets back to you whenever he feels like it. I will never go to that place again.

Went to see P.O. at hospital. Sad to know that no Bosses have been there. Tell G Mac want to raise morale. Make both P.O. s Detectives like the good'l days on the spot. Only a few will know that this was done long ago. Can you name last P.O. made for being shot?

Anonymous said..."That piece of shit Phlager had the gall to show up at Thor's service at Brookfield Zoo. I was disgusted."

He was invited by Officer Soderburg's widow, Jen Loudin, who has set up the Thor Soderburg Fund which will sponsor kids including some from St Sabina's to go to summer camp. You may not agree with her, but as far as I am concerned a Gold Star wife can do anything she fucking wants.

7/20/2011 03:26:00 PM

You are right. She can invite anyone she desires and support his programs. But I have the right not to contribute any fmoney. I refuse to give or do anything that benefits that police hating reverend. There are limits and good taste. Thor would turn over in his grave.

Went to see P.O. at hospital. Sad to know that no Bosses have been there. Tell G Mac want to raise morale. Make both P.O. s Detectives like the good'l days on the spot. Only a few will know that this was done long ago. Can you name last P.O. made for being shot?

No, but I can tell you the last one to be made for blowin somebody!! or got made because he got choked in the station by an Lt.

Does anyone have an opinion on who makes the best vest cover? Im looking for best quality as opposed to price.

7/20/2011 02:29:00 AMWell, you could try Tactical Taylor, I believe they make a good one. Also, Diamondback Tactical makes one, but Im not sure if you have to buy one of their vests too. This is assuming you want Molle on it.

If you talking about one that meets Chicago's regulations your best bet is VCG-If you buy from the manufacturer it wont pass inspection

Went to see P.O. at hospital. Sad to know that no Bosses have been there. Tell G Mac want to raise morale. Make both P.O. s Detectives like the good'l days on the spot. Only a few will know that this was done long ago. Can you name last P.O. made for being shot?

7/20/2011 07:03:00 PMThe "new breed" of bosses were never coppers,just clout kids connected with no intentions of ever being the "real police."

OT from a troll: On the Handardt parole; I don't like crooked cops epsecially Dep. Sups. You can say what you want about Hanhardt but as a citizen, I will always be happy with him for the info he developed in the Hillside Officer Anthony Raymond kidnapping and murder in the 70's. He bagged those shitheads and if not for him and his "sources', those puke pots probably would not have gotten caught. And I would not experience some measure of joy with them rotting and one dying in prison. With mixed feelings I wish him well. What happened to Anthony cannot be easily described in words and makes me wish for the olden days when mobs of us would storm the jail, beat and lynch sadistic crap like these guys.

If you get a chance SCC, try and find the e-mail that good old Downtown Ernie Brown sent out to the District Commanders about 2 days ago. The e-mail was in regards to these silly gang conflict boxes that have been set up through the comstat meetings.The grammar, spelling and thought that went into this e-mail was absolutly appalling. To think that this city will dish out a six figure salary to this buffoon and then bust the balls of the rank and file and tell us that we are over paid. This is one of the main reasons that this job has gone to shit and that morale is in the dumps.

7/20/2011 04:42:00 PMernie can lie on a resume, do whatever he wants,play with the ladies,nothing will ever be done,macdaddy you lead from the front not the rear,hows your boy tony carouthers who showed you who was boss at compstat (LOL) meeting he be leaving making you babble!

Went to see P.O. at hospital. Sad to know that no Bosses have been there. Tell G Mac want to raise morale. Make both P.O. s Detectives like the good'l days on the spot. Only a few will know that this was done long ago. Can you name last P.O. made for being shot?

7/20/2011 07:03:00 PM

So is eric washington,g mac and the mayor calling them and talking to them not bosses. If you don't know what your talking about shut your ass up

Politically and legally incorrect these days. To label a person as a "suspect" taints that person as guilty in the community. The "suspect" if not charged and convicted could come back and sue over being defamed. Even a totally innocent witness could be a "person of interest".

I have known too many people of no interest at all in my life.----------------------------------------------------------------------

thats exactly what i SUSPECTED (pun intended) . we always do this as a society . we clean up descritions and words as to not offended. quite frankly im tired of all the politically correctness of the last decade or so...it is what it is why do we have to constantly skirt around things.

No tax relief for churches or religious orginizations would be a huge help to alleviate our budget deficit. Same for colleges and universities. Imagine if University of Chicago, Loyola, Depaul, St Xavier, and all the churches had to pay property taxes. They would quit buying up neighborhoods and not lower the tax base or a community causing residents to have to pay more taxes. Or am I wrong?

Does anyone have an opinion on who makes the best vest cover? Im looking for best quality as opposed to price.

7/20/2011 02:29:00 AM

I know a place where you shouldn't go. It is called JG Uniform and they are located at Irving Park and Austin. Their idea of customer service when you call them is an answering machine. It takes your call. Then he gets back to you whenever he feels like it. I will never go to that place again.

7/20/2011 06:43:00 PM

I have to disagree. I've been shopping there for over 10 years, nothing but great service, and quality prodduct.

While in D.C. for Police Week this past May, I had the opportunity to throw down a few pops with some of New Yorks finest. One of the gentlemen, who will remain anonymous, related to me that if McCarthy brought this guy "Gus" on board, we were going to be okay. He is supposedly a stand up guy and a real copper. Take it for what it's worth. Guess we can only sit back and see.

He was invited by Officer Soderburg's widow, Jen Loudin, who has set up the Thor Soderburg Fund which will sponsor kids including some from St Sabina's to go to summer camp. You may not agree with her, but as far as I am concerned a Gold Star wife can do anything she fucking wants.

7/20/2011 03:26:00 PM

She can, and will do whatever she wants. We can also disagree with her decisions to support a police hating, race baiter like Phake Phlager. Have you heard one word from him about the two officers shot? No? Nor will you. He is indeed a piece of filthy shit.

Thors wife DID NOT invite Father Dumbass. The Zoo reached out to the 4 different groups and gave them the tickets. Father Dumbass was one of them. Trust me she has no interest in dealing with any religious organizations. Since it was the zoo who decided to have the celebration she let them decide who they would give the tickets too.

Anonymous said... Anonymous said..."That piece of shit Phlager had the gall to show up at Thor's service at Brookfield Zoo. I was disgusted."

He was invited by Officer Soderburg's widow, Jen Loudin, who has set up the Thor Soderburg Fund which will sponsor kids including some from St Sabina's to go to summer camp. You may not agree with her, but as far as I am concerned a Gold Star wife can do anything she fucking wants.

7/20/2011 03:26:00 PM

You are right. She can invite anyone she desires and support his programs. But I have the right not to contribute any fmoney. I refuse to give or do anything that benefits that police hating reverend. There are limits and good taste. Thor would turn over in his grave.

7/20/2011 07:16:00 PM

I think that there was some confusion when the tickets were donated to the City of Chicago, CAPS program. The Thor Foundation sent free Brookfield Zoo tickets to the CAPS program. They were supposed to be used at a later date. The CAPS program gave them to Pflager along with the flyer for the Thor dedication ceremony. Pflager then used them that day and showed up with some bus loads for the event.

And Thor would not turn over in his grave, he was not that kind of person.

I don't have a problem with Rev. Meeks. I know there's that political side that will always be there with the cameras and Springfield but aside from that he's a good guy. I wasn't a big fan but I got family that goes to his church and I promise you after multiple occasions of dealing with the people at Salem, they are close to the most friendly, accomodating, genuine people I've encountered in any church...and most other organizations. That's from me being there and attending their marriage seminars etc.

I know a place where you shouldn't go. It is called JG Uniform and they are located at Irving Park and Austin. Their idea of customer service when you call them is an answering machine. It takes your call. Then he gets back to you whenever he feels like it. I will never go to that place again.

As far as the rever'rear-ends are concerned, we imagine that The Police would have to confront and kill one of these gun wielding-gun shooting dead-enders on the church steps...

...And it STILL wouldn't elicit any positive commentary in favor of The Police.

These people are far detached from reality and are in the throes of some type of group hysteria/psychosis...

They howl, scream and threaten to get "really mad up in heah" if they don't "get" more Police as armed baby-sitters to protect them from their misbehaving kith and kin but "don't y'all be up in heah harassin' us."

The time is overripe to pick a side. This current situational decay in this city is the result of people trying to have it both ways.

As we've said many times, there is no way possible to "surgical strike" your way out of being surrounded and as a political expedient, you have to do it with one hand tied behind your back to make it look like your not striking with fierce intent and lasting effect.

Either you strike a series of destroying blows or you're doomed to a drawn out series of defensive actions.

It is unconscionable that this city is being held hostage by the catered to constituents & their supporters/enablers.

The hard working, captive taxpayers and few upright, clear headed free thinkers who pay the freight here are getting the shit-hand in return for their hard earned treasure being misappropriated to prop up the failing political-clerical-media/ criminal regime that is firmly ensconced in Chicago.

Heh... If The Police are the enemy and you people want us to "just go away" then make it worth our while.

(oh shit, can't do that! when they realize they fucked up REALLY BAD, there'll be no Police to scape-goat and make the public foam at the mouth with hatred. THEN we'll see career politicos, some msm and false clergy dangling from lamp posts when the public turns on THEM for a change)

The "Cocked-Hat Security Contractors & Public Safety Customer Service Agents" are coming to take over for CPD. The public can line the streets and cheer if they have the energy to after slaving at the machines all day.

This is what's happening. A complete and total re-boot of the concept of "public safety" in Chicago.

Why do you think they've been trying to starve us through attrition?

Why do you think they're trying to ram-rod legislation so they can legally run and hide from Police pension obligations?

The intentional underfunding and theft from the same was odious enough...

This post just goes to show how expendable we all are. I have heard that one of these officer was severely injured and may lose hearing in one ear.

And what's the reply from his own co-workers?

Where can I get a good vest cover?Did you hear that Hanhart got released?

Before you dedicate too much time to your job or even to your fellow cops at the expense of your family, remember this job and all the people on it quickly forget about you, even if you're in the ground.

The only thing you'll have if things really get rough are your family and maybe a few life-long friends that you likely had before you ever became the police. Don't neglect them thinking the relationships you found on this job are lifelong. They are not.

I attempted to edit and send this twice before but it disappeared on my computer. So this is the actual post I would like to send not the other two.

On Monday, July 18, 2011 I was on furlo enjoying the day with my family. After 25 years on the job we enjoy each furlo more and more. That night while asleep I received a call “Were you sleeping?” “Yes” “ Ruben has been Shot.” My heart sunk. You see one of the officers who was shot on Monday night is my dearest cousin. My son and I immediately picked up my cousins grandparents and took off to the hospital. Many thoughts raced through my mind but one in particular stood out, that was the day he told me he wanted to be a Chicago Police Officer. And so it was. He was now the 5th Chicago Police Officer in our family. His mother, father and the entire family are very proud of him. He asked me to attend his ceremony at the academy and pin his star on him. As He stood there proudly in his uniform my eyes welled up with tears and I pinned his star on him. Today I am racing to the hospital because he has just been shot. When we arrived at the hospital and the doors to the E.R. were opened we were met with our CPD Family assuring his mother, grandparents and my son and I that he was in stable condition. The Superintendent immediately met us, also, all our Brothers and Sisters in Blue, Doctors and Nurses, the Detectives, the 1st Deputy, Sgt.’s, Lt.’s, Chaplains, Exempt members, FOP. The love and support shown and given was beyond words. We felt so blessed and humbled. When we saw my cousin and his partner and where they were shot, one word came to mind “Miracle”. We thanked Almighty God for having protected them both. Today is a good day. Today two officers are alive and recovering. Today families are smiling and not crying. Today an evil thug has been arrested and charged for the attempted murder of two police officers. Today on behalf of my family and myself we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who were on the scene, to all who were at the hospital, to all who were with us, to CPD Brothers and Sisters who worked tireslessly in apprehending the offender, to SCC for your prayers and blog, and to all the other agency’s who sent their prayers and help, Thank You from the bottom of our hearts. Stay safe, take care and watch each other’s back. God Bless and Protect all of you always.

Along as Rahm and company is in charge no one who came up our ranks will be Superintendent. Keep us all in the dark, deminish our numbers, blame us when things go wrong and make sure the money goes to the connected ones.